"January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and in anticipation of a surge in cases tied to the influx of visitors during the upcoming Super Bowl and World Cup events, Bay Area agencies are working with advocates to spread awareness, as the region is considered a hot spot. As KGO reports, in preparation for Super Bowl 60 next month and the FIFA World Cup in June, officials across the Bay Area are focusing their efforts on combating human trafficking."
"Local airports, including San Francisco International Airport, have partnered with Freedom Insight to provide staff up-to-date training on recognizing and reporting potential cases, and placards with emergency contact info were placed in all SFO restrooms in 2021. "We recognize the vital role that airports play in combating human trafficking, and this initiative demonstrates SFO's unwavering commitment to this effort," said Airport Director Mike Nakornkhet in a press release."
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month and Bay Area agencies are preparing for a potential surge in cases tied to incoming visitors for the Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup. Airports including San Francisco International Airport partnered with Freedom Insight to train staff on recognizing and reporting suspected trafficking and placed restroom placards with emergency contact information. Airport and transit officials emphasized red flags such as disorientation and restricted ability to speak with staff. Transit agencies like BART, AC Transit, and Valley Transportation Agency have provided ongoing officer training and hosted a conference for law enforcement, transit providers, and advocates. California reports more human trafficking cases than any other state.
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